Trans Grischun: Oberalp Pass - Obersaxen (Stage 1)

The start of this gravel bike route is at the Oberalp Pass, which is near the source of the Vorderrhein. The well-known river also accompanies the first section of the route. The trail initially leads you from the pass height along the paved road. After a short time, you turn onto the old pass road where you feel the first gravel under your gravel bike's tires. The path soon narrows into a flowy single trail. In Selva, you turn off the main road and reach Sedrun via the Graubünden Bike Route 90. A small detour into the village is worthwhile to strengthen yourself with the smallest nut cake in the world at "La Conditoria." Via Surrein you reach Uaul Cavorgia and from there to the rustic mountain village Mumpé Medel. From here you enjoy a beautiful view down to Disentis. The imposing Benedictine monastery has shaped the place since the 13th century.

From Disentis, you follow the official Rhine bike route No. 2 before the Trans Grischun route leads up to the plateau of Obersaxen. The area was settled by the Walser and is therefore a Swiss-German language island in the middle of the Surselva, where Romansh is spoken. Shortly after Friggahüs, you can let the first stage roll patgific (leisurely) to Obersaxen Meierhof and enjoy the impressive view into the Surselva.